Responsible Gambling
Practical UK resources — gambling is entertainment, not income.
Licensed UK casinos must offer tools to help you stay in control. Using them early is easier than trying to claw back losses later. Table Audit UK lists operators for comparison; we do not encourage you to play more than you can afford to lose.
Tools you should know
- Deposit limits — cap how much you can add to your account per day, week or month.
- Reality checks — on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing.
- Time-outs — short breaks from your account, from 24 hours up to several weeks.
- Self-exclusion — block yourself from a single operator for a set period.
- GamStop — free UK-wide self-exclusion across all participating operators.
UK Gambling Commission
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GAMSTOP
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GamCare
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GambleAware
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Warning signs
Chasing losses, hiding play from people close to you, or borrowing money to gamble are signals to pause and seek help. GamCare offers free, confidential support by phone, chat and forum. GambleAware funds treatment referrals and publishes research on harm reduction.
Under 18
It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble online in Great Britain. Table Audit UKis intended for adults only. If you are struggling with a young person's gambling, contact the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133.